La petite Ville; Paysages by Remy de Gourmont
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| Author | Gourmont, Remy de, 1858-1915 |
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| Title | La petite Ville; Paysages |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "La petite Ville; Paysages" by Remy de Gourmont is a collection of poetic and reflective essays written in the early 20th century. The book provides an intimate exploration of life in a small provincial town, capturing moments of beauty and decay in the natural landscape and urban settings. In its pages, Gourmont reflects on themes of nostalgia, the passage of time, and the contrast between nature and human endeavors. In this collection, the author paints vivid scenes from the small town, such as the railway station as a hub of activity set against the backdrop of crumbling architecture and the silent church towers. Each essay brings forth a different aspect of the town's character, showcasing its landscapes, the rhythms of life among its inhabitants, and the lingering presence of history in its ruins and institutions. Gourmont's writing is perceptive and imbued with a sense of wistfulness, emphasizing the juxtaposition of fleeting moments and the deeper, often melancholic, connections to place and memory that define human existence in a rapidly changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French literature -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60798 |
| Release Date | Nov 27, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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